FABRE, Marie

Marie Fabre was a 19th-century composer and pianist who is frequently noted in historical records for studying in the prestigious organ class of César Franck at the Paris Conservatory. While many biographical details of her life are relatively obscure, historical resources highlight a few key aspects of her musical background: first, she was an active pianist and composer during the 1880s, taking specialized piano and composition classes under César Franck alongside other notable musicians of the era like Paul Dukas. She was also an active composer, her most notable and frequently referenced surviving piece is "Les Dryades". She is also known by her married name, Marie Soullière.